Brains On! Science podcast for kids

Thinking ink: The scoop on this colorful stuff!

Ink is amazing. It helps us captures our thoughts, comes in many colors and some of it is even made by animals! In this episode we explore the history of this special substance. We’ll also talk squid ink with biologist Sarah McAnulty and explain how tattoos work. Plus, your poems about ink! Obviously there’s also a Mystery Sound and a Moment of Um that answers the question: what happens if salt is poured on snails? This episode is sponsored in part by Betty Crocker - <a class="default" href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/" title="bettycrocker.com">bettycrocker.com</a> and Laurel Springs School - <a class="default" href="https://laurelsprings.com/brainson/">laurelsprings.com/brainson</a>

Brains On!® is a science podcast for curious kids and adults from American Public Media. Each week, a different kid co-host joins Molly Bloom to find answers to fascinating questions about the world sent in by listeners. Like, do dogs know they’re dogs? Or, why do feet stink? Plus, we have mystery sounds for you to guess, songs for you to dance to, and lots of facts -- all checked by experts.